What is a trail name? It's the time-tested tradition of having a hiking nickname that you go by when hiking. Why does someone have a trail name? Well to be honest, it is a fun way of referring to a peer on the trail. There is no need of it besides good fun and camaraderie. … Continue reading Trail Names – Nicknames for ‘Grown-ups’
Month: May 2014
Fontana Dam, NC: May 8th (165.8mi) to Clingman’s Dome, NC: May 11th (199.1mi)
We woke up early and practically ran down the last 2.5mi of hill into Fontana Dam for our nero day to binge eat a hiker meal for breakfast, rather than dinner like we had in the past. Breakfast is awesome, and the thought of an overstuffed omlette with a side of bacon is music to … Continue reading Fontana Dam, NC: May 8th (165.8mi) to Clingman’s Dome, NC: May 11th (199.1mi)
Growing Pains of the Appalachian Trail
Walking with a pack for days on end takes a bit of getting used to. Enter: the growing pains of starting an AT thru-hike. (Disclaimer: We are not currently hiking, but still writing while we wait for Lindsay to heal up. Read more about it by clicking here.) The first day of walking, which was … Continue reading Growing Pains of the Appalachian Trail
Boots to Birks 